Non destructive digging, excavation and potholing…
What is it?

Non-destructive excavation, or potholing, is a highly effective method that uses high-pressure water to break up soil, creating a slurry that is then vacuumed into a tank.

This process, also known as vacuum excavation, combines high-pressure water and a vacuum system to break up soil quickly and precisely making it a highly effective method to expose and inspect underground infrastructure. It requires less backfill, labour, and restoration compared to conventional digging and has a minimal environmental impact, making underground services more accessible and visible while ensuring clean and accurate excavation.

Our non-destructive excavation services ensure that water networks, telecommunications, power, and gas lines are not unintentionally damaged. By employing non-destructive digging (NDD) techniques, Ready Group protects underground utilities, mitigating risks to the construction team and minimising service damage.

Using vacuum trucks reduces noise pollution and the overall environmental impact, keeping surrounding materials intact. This approach minimises costly repairs, service disruptions, and reduces the risk of accidents on-site. Our expertise in potholing ensures precise and accurate location of underground assets, giving construction professionals confidence to proceed without fear of damage. Not only is this method environmentally friendly, but it is also cost-effective.

Ready Group excels in executing the broad range of services that Vacuum Trucks can carry out, including:

  • Non-destructive digging (NDD)
  • Site dewatering
  • Limited Access excavation
  • Dry Vac Excavation
  • 24/7 Emergency response services

Benefits of using Ready Group’s Vacuum Trucks include:​

Non-destructive

Exposing subsurface utilities using water blasting and vacuum techniques to excavate buried infrastructure without damage.

Non-evasive

Vacuum trucks can quickly and safely remove wet or dry materials Clean cut- Minimal post-excavation restoration activities.

Minimal impact to community/public​

Protected from noise and service cut outs.

Environmentally friendly

Less disruption to the earth, can safely excavate around tree roots.

Cost effective 

Less material removed i.e. less disposal, backfill and restoration.

Why partner with Ready Group for your Vacuum Excavation?

Our dedicated team are ready to take your call 24/7

East coast covered

Experienced Vacuum Truck Operators

Quality service on every project

We would love to hear about your next project.